Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - Peds - FT

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 48,904 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Marshfield, WI. In this full-time role, you will assess and treat residents to improve their daily living skills. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing therapy goals, and providing education. Candidates must hold appropriate state licensure and possess skills in communication and patient care. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in Wisconsin.
• May require certification through NBCOT.
• Valid driver's license may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and interventions for residents and patients.
• Document assessment information and therapy plans.
• Provide education to enhance functional outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Patient assessment

Educational skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

BLS for health care providers

Job description

Careers With Purpose

At the Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health, our diverse therapy care team offers compassionate care and strives to always put our residents and patients first. Join one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, where we have openings available across 24 states and we’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr

Location: Marshfield, WI

Address: 611 N St Joseph Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $35.50 - $52.00

Pay Info: This position may be eligible for a Sign On Bonus.

Job Summary

As an Occupational Therapist, you will assess residents/patients and use treatments to help them develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in their occupations of life. Occupational Therapists who thrive at Good Sam and Sanford are typically good communicators, compassionate, and enjoy working with people. In this Occupational Therapist role you may be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide care, treatment, or other services inside the department as well as interact with individuals outside the department like providers, case managers, family members, and more.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and provide interventions for residents and patients
• Evaluate abilities of residents/patients and develop realistic therapy goals
• Document resident's/patient’s information for evaluation and establish therapeutic plans
• Provide education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes
• Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment
• Provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist
• When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities) must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• May require a valid driver's license depending on applicable state regulations
• Obtain and subsequently maintain required department specific competencies and certifications
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment
• In the states of North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota, new graduates in the process of testing with the board will be considered with the possession of a temporary license

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home‑work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0253688

Job Function: Allied Health

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